tropical weather

The Gulf South is getting a bit of a breather from tropical weather but that could change as we are still near the peak of the tropical season in Louisiana.

A strengthening tropical wave could bring rainfall amounts of 10 inches or more to some parts of South Louisiana next week.

A tropical wave is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico early next week. Forecasters say there is a potential for further development.

The same bit of ocean that gave birth to Ida and Mindy is now being watched for potential tropical development over the weekend.

Forecasters are keeping their eyes on a system that is almost due south of Lafayette this morning. Here's where they think it will go next.

The Gulf of Mexico is being monitored for tropical development later next week.

Houma residents say the area looks like a "war zone."

Volunteers are asked to bring four days of food and clothes, as well as chainsaws and gasoline if they can.

Lafayette will see winds gusts up to 55 miles per hour tonight.

Curfews and evacuation orders remain in place.

There have been very few changes with the forecast and track of Hurricane Ida. Here is the latest.

Having these items available during a storm could save you money, save you time, save your sanity, and maybe even save your life.